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Woodstock Y neighbours plead for safety as planning for Homelessness Centre continues
Several neighbours of the former Woodstock YMCA have gone public about their fears over Oxford County choosing the site as a Homelessness Support Centre.
Illegal dumping in Woodstock results in council voting for staff report
Woodstock City Council has voted to have staff compile a report on illegal garbage dumping in the city, but any changes to the system would need to be approved at the Oxford County level.
Oxford County looking for feedback on road safety strategy: Goal is to reduce collisions, injuries and fatalities
Municipalities in Oxford County are looking for feedback on how to improve road safety.
Woodstock Y neighbours plead for safety as planning for Homelessness Centre continues
Several neighbours of the former Woodstock YMCA have gone public about their fears over Oxford County choosing the site as a Homelessness Support Centre.
Illegal dumping in Woodstock results in council voting for staff report
Woodstock City Council has voted to have staff compile a report on illegal garbage dumping in the city, but any changes to the system would need to be approved at the Oxford County level.
Oxford County looking for feedback on road safety strategy: Goal is to reduce collisions, injuries and fatalities
Municipalities in Oxford County are looking for feedback on how to improve road safety.
Woodstock Y neighbours plead for safety as planning for Homelessness Centre continues
Several neighbours of the former Woodstock YMCA have gone public about their fears over Oxford County choosing the site as a Homelessness Support Centre.
Illegal dumping in Woodstock results in council voting for staff report
Woodstock City Council has voted to have staff compile a report on illegal garbage dumping in the city, but any changes to the system would need to be approved at the Oxford County level.
Oxford County looking for feedback on road safety strategy: Goal is to reduce collisions, injuries and fatalities
Municipalities in Oxford County are looking for feedback on how to improve road safety.
Woodstock Y neighbours plead for safety as planning for Homelessness Centre continues
Several neighbours of the former Woodstock YMCA have gone public about their fears over Oxford County choosing the site as a Homelessness Support Centre.
Illegal dumping in Woodstock results in council voting for staff report
Woodstock City Council has voted to have staff compile a report on illegal garbage dumping in the city, but any changes to the system would need to be approved at the Oxford County level.
Oxford County looking for feedback on road safety strategy: Goal is to reduce collisions, injuries and fatalities
Municipalities in Oxford County are looking for feedback on how to improve road safety.
The Story Behind the Poem: “About My Big Brother Ben” by Michael Smith
Stratford-based poet Michael Smith lives with his cerebral palsy in a remarkably accepting and optimistic way, expressing gratitude for all those who love and care for him. These include many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends, including his aunt Sue Mavity and friend Lesley Walker-Fitzpatrick. His poetry reflects that optimism.
Strikers Weekly Recap: U16 Strikers compete for Nothers Cup Finals Berth, U15 Girls in action, U18 wraps up season
The 2026 soccer season has reached its twilight, but there will still be plenty of matches for the Stratford Strikers.
Stratford Summer Leagues is fun for everyone
It was another exciting year at the Stratford Summer Leagues. Held at the Stratford Rotary Complex and the Agriplex, the summer-long sports competitions included hockey and, for the first time this year, basketball, with hockey run by Nick McCabe and basketball by Dirk Sybersma.
St. Marys Farmers’ Market hosts Dog, Cat and Pet Day of Summer
There was lots of joy from farmers market patrons and their furry friends alike.
Perth South to review traffic concerns on Perth Line 16
Perth South staff will take a closer look at traffic and safety concerns along a stretch of Perth Line 16 after residents called on the municipality to consider reducing the speed limit and installing additional warning signs.
St. Marys Tree Power gains a new partner
The Town of St. Marys and the Upper Thames River Conservation Authority (UTRCA) have struck a new partnership with Festival Hydro for the 2026 St. Marys Tree Power program.
Woodstock Y neighbours plead for safety as planning for Homelessness Centre continues
Several neighbours of the former Woodstock YMCA have gone public about their fears over Oxford County choosing the site as a Homelessness Support Centre.
Illegal dumping in Woodstock results in council voting for staff report
Woodstock City Council has voted to have staff compile a report on illegal garbage dumping in the city, but any changes to the system would need to be approved at the Oxford County level.
Oxford County looking for feedback on road safety strategy: Goal is to reduce collisions, injuries and fatalities
Municipalities in Oxford County are looking for feedback on how to improve road safety.
Celebrating 75 years: Maitland Conservation launches the 75-minute challenge hike
Since 1951, Maitland Conservation has worked alongside municipalities, landowners, community partners and residents to protect and enhance the watershed’s water, forest and soil resources.
Goderich Minor Soccer Updates
As our House League soccer season has come to an end, we would like to take a moment to celebrate the players, coaches, volunteers, and families who made this year a success.
A history of Goderich: From 1870s through the 1880s
After a decade of growth, discoveries, and watching the colony become a nation, by 1869 the population had risen to 4,500 and Goderich was soon finding out what would define the town for generations.
Poilievre talks agriculture and housing during Oxford County visit
Federal Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre made a rare stop in Oxford County at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show on Saturday as the guest of Oxford MP Arpan Khanna.
Wilmot, Wellesley welcome new shared sustainability manager
The townships of Wilmot and Wellesley now have a dedicated staff member tasked with finding opportunities to reduce greenhouse-gas (GHG) emissions, conserve resources and potentially save the municipalities money through more efficient operations.
Kidney transplant gives South Easthope farmer a second chance at life
For South Easthope farmer and licensed farm mechanic Gerald “Chick” Scheerer, the decision of a stranger to become an organ donor gave him something he could never adequately repay – another 20 years with his family.
FARMS President Robert Shuh encouraged with progress around SAWP
The wheels of government action may grind slowly.
But Foreign Agricultural Resource Management Services (FARMS) President Robert Shuh believes they are grinding in the right direction.
The Chill Spot: A New Space Dedicated to Migrant Farm Workers
A new space has opened in Downtown Simcoe, the aptly named Chill Spot. As assumed by the name, this new location offers a space for foreign farm forkers to relax, hangout with one another, and receive support when visiting Downtown Simcoe.
“Nature is feeding us”: market garden farm’s diversity practices includes permaculture principles
Branching Path Farm grows such a diversity of food, they even have a goji berry bush that is descended from a slip taken from Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow’s garden.
Gratitude for the local farm community highlights Brant County Federation of Agriculture’s 85th anniversary celebration
The 85th anniversary of the Brant County Federation of Agriculture provided an evening of community, conviviality with good food on March 7.
“Farming forms our foundation” says farmer, co-founder of popular Paris brewery
Paris has long had the Paris Fair, but a seventh-generation local family created a new agriculture-themed landmark for this town.
“New Beginnings” is the theme for the Burford Agricultural Society board
One of the most significant “New Beginnings” for the Burford Agricultural Society (BAS) is the change of dates for the Burford Fair.
Craig Gillis acclaimed as mayor of SWOX
With the nomination period for this October’s municipal election now closed, Ward 4 Councillor Craig Gillis has been acclaimed as mayor of South-West Oxford (SWOX) Township.
Join the fight against cancer on Sept. 20
This year’s Terry Fox Run in Tillsonburg on Sunday, Sept. 20, starts at the Tillsonburg Soccer Park, 275 Quarter Town Line.
Full slate running for councillor, mayor
With nominations to run for Tillsonburg council closing last Friday, voters will have many choices in the upcoming election.
County heads to Ottawa with Brant priorities in hand
County of Brant officials used this year’s Association of Municipalities of Ontario conference to press provincial leaders on local infrastructure and energy priorities, while also taking part in regional discussions on economic development and Indigenous relations.
Dusters hockey dominated by offence
Yes this may be the very place that a considerable number of hockey dreams come to die. But on this day, Team White was not about to go quietly into the abyss!
London father walks to Queen’s Park pushing daughter’s empty wheelchair
A London father who is pushing his daughter’s empty wheelchair through Ontario is hoping every kilometre will draw attention to a health-care battle that has left his family searching beyond Canada for the treatment she needs.
South Huron trail agreement approved by council
With the Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority (ABCA) in its final days, South Huron and the Authority have agreed on a plan to expand and manage the popular South Huron Trail.
South Huron municipal council was assured at its last meeting that the trail agreement will remain intact when the local authority is absorbed into the Lake Huron Regional Conservation Authority in early 2027.
Community pushback stops Bluewater energy storage project
A large-scale energy project has been turned down by Bluewater council after residents rallied in opposition to the proposal.
The project would have made use of two depleted natural gas caverns between Bayfield and Varna off Goshen Line, pulling power from the grid to compress air into the caverns that could be released later to move turbines, effectively storing the energy for times when demand increases.
Let’s talk about mental health
Dan Rolph - Exeter Examiner Editor By Dan Rolph With September being World Suicide Prevention Month, I think it’s important that we take a moment to discuss the topic of mental health with transparency and honesty. Throughout my career covering the news in this community, every discussion I’ve been a part of regarding mental health has had one theme as its focus — the stigma that exists around mental health and how we can overcome it. I suppose I’ve always had a somewhat uniq
Waterford outdoor concert, veteran banners
It’s sad to think about it, but we will soon be saying goodbye to the ‘dog days of Summer’ and hello to the cooler weather and colours of autumn. But just because the seasons may be changing there is still a lot to see and do in Waterford.
Tri-County Fair thrives on busy weekend
The Monster Madness Show, with three full-size monster trucks, was an instant hit at the Tillsonburg Tri-County Fair in on August 15th and 16th.
“Saturday and Sunday, the grandstands were jam-packed,” said Rosemary Dean from the Tri-County Fair. “It shows that people were interested in that new addition to the fair. I think we made a good choice this year.”
Join the fight against cancer on Sept. 20
This year’s Terry Fox Run in Simcoe on Sunday, Sept. 20 starts – and finishes - at the Lions Park on Davis Street East.
Online registration can be completed at run.terryfox.ca - type Norfolk in the search box and you will be taken to a link for the local 2026 run page (run.terryfox.ca/129759).
Shelley Weiler has been coordinating the Tillsonburg Terry Fox Run for the past seven years.
Over the years she has learned several ‘best practices’ from the Terry Fox Foundation and
Niagara Sunflower Festival for Ukraine resumes for final weekend
This weekend will be the last chance to support a local group’s efforts to help the people of Ukraine, while taking in the beautiful colours of a massive sunflower field in Beamsville.
Silverholme swings open its doors to the public
Abigail Chastney came to see the cows, have some ice cream and hang out with her friend Aubrey Terry-Clarke. She wasn’t expecting to get a science lesson in magnetism.
Winery shuttle seeks to safely move workers, students and visitors
A lot of people visit Niagara wineries each year, but a group of transit experts believe there could be more, and it could be done more safely.
OPP warning public about bank investigator fraud
OPP is urging residents to be vigilant against bank investigator fraud and to be cautious about unsolicited telephone calls from individuals claiming to be from banks or law enforcement agencies.
‘Community Presence’: Finding joy in others’ joy
Feeling excited to write my second column for this new publication, I sat down and started thinking about all the wonderful things to chitchat about and found myself completely stumped.
Northumberland youth shine at Cobourg expo
Northumberland County youth showcased their business savvy and varied range of products and services they offer during a recent small business expo in Cobourg.
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